2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 345 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Journey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Journey (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. 2007 Nissan Qashqai has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Journey has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Journey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Qashqai will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Journey | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
